How To Avoid Toxic Plants for Your Pets

Our pets are curious creatures, and this can often lead us into trouble. A large number of popular garden plants can be toxic to our pets if ingested.

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The symptoms or signs can vary depending on the toxin involved. The severity of the signs can range from mild stomach ache all the way up to cardiovascular failure and even death.

Listed below are a few common symptoms of ingestion of plants which you should avoid having in your garden. For a larger list download the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) app for your phone for instant access to information regarding toxic plants.

Aloe VeraSymptoms include anorexia, diarrhoea and vomiting. Aloe Vera can also include tremors, depression and a change in urine colour.

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AvocadoGastrointestinal signs (vomiting and diarrhoea), difficulty breathing, and even death.

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FernsSkin irritations, ingestion of berries related to the ferns can cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhoea.

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HydrangeaVomiting and diarrhoea, an increase in heart rate, increased body temperature and depression

OthersOther common plants to avoid around cats and dogs include sago and zamia palms, lillies, marijuana, macadamia nuts, ivy, and even onions, garlic and chives which may cause damage to red blood cells